Mix baking soda and vinegar in bag over a sink. Caution: Pour vinegar into bag slowly, there is an "explosive" foaming action that kicks in.
two foaming denture cleaning tablets
Place bag over shower head. Be sure it is submerged in the baking soda/vinegar solution.
Secure with twisty tie.
Let the shower head soak in the solution overnight or for at least 2-3 hours.
If you find that you need a little extra cleaning power,
Scrub with an old toothbrush.
Remove the shower head. Be sure to wrap a cloth around the head before removing so you don't accidentally scratch the surface of your fixture. After removing, submerge and soak the shower head in vinegar again. Using a toothpick, carefully poke the individual spray holes to remove the excess buildup, rinse and reattach.